Event Info
**This is a ticketed BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn! Benefit Show that supports BRIC’s free programming. Our full free 2024 lineup is HERE**
Brooklyn, we missed you. Mark your calendars, we’re coming home with something special!
August 23rd & 24th we’re bringing you to AFROPUNK BLKTOPIA BKLYN in partnership with BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn! A space where we reimagine the future of Black life, creativity, community, and expression. AFROPUNK already knows no bounds, with BLKTOPIA we’re planting the seeds to the future of us outside of all of the systems and behaviors that have never served our people.
Because we’re reimagining the future, all tickets for AFROPUNK BLKTOPIA BKLYN will be General Admission. We can’t wait to see you and create the future with you.
The First Lady of Neo Soul, Badulla Oblongata, Sara Bellum, Analogue Girl in a Digital World… THEE Erykah Badu will be headlining AFROPUNK BLKTOPIA BKLYN 2024.
LINEUP
FRIDAY, 8/23
9PM – Erykah Badu
Grammy-winning neo-soul icon, returns with two unique performances that showcase
her unparalleled artistry.
7:45PM – Larissa Luz
Brazilian singer-songwriter, electrifies with her fusion of traditional sounds, rock, and
contemporary beats.
5:30PM – Fightclubnyc Ballroom Battle
Brings a vibrant, queer-friendly ballroom battle featuring House of Juicy Couture in an unforgettable showdown.
1:45PM-5:10PM – Battle of the Bands (w/ B.A.K.)
Emerging artists compete for a chance to perform on AFROPUNK’s 20th Anniversary
stage in 2025.
2:15PM – 4:10PM – Legacy Pro Wrestling
High-octane wrestling action meets cultural flair in this dynamic showcase.
Amari Marshall [HOST]
Renowned choreographer and dancer, hosts the night with energy and style, keeping the
crowd engaged.
SATURDAY, 8/24
9PM – Erykah Badu
Returns for a second night with a completely different, transformative performance.
7:15PM – Durand Barnarr
Described as “Gangster Musical Theater” by Qveen Herby, brings his powerful vocals and clever storytelling to the stage.
Day-Party Starting 1:30PM – DJ Moma
Brings the infectious energy of Everyday People with a blend of Afrobeat, Amapiano,R&B, and more sounds of the diaspora.
AfroPunky Bands: Emerging bands showcase diverse sounds emerging from the current live band scene, pushing the boundaries of music.
- 3:30PM – Breezy Supreme: A young, black alternative rock and punk artist.
- 4PM – Winter Wolf: Harlem Rhythm Punk blending Hardcore, and Rock & Roll.
- 4:30PM – Rebelmatic: A crushing hybrid of punk, hardcore, and funk.
- 5PM – Phunky Nomads: Known for backing Wu-Tang Clan founding member
GZA. - 5:30PM – Jenny Hates Techno: A band referred to as Soul Punk or Ghetto Punk
Rock. - 6:10PM – Hue: DMV-based rock band combining gogo, pop punk, djent, and
R&B.
Gitoo [HOST]
Hosts the night with his charismatic presence, blending music, culture, and celebration.
ABOUT AFROPUNK
AFROPUNK EXISTS TO CENTER AND CELEBRATE BLACK FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION ACROSS ALL TIME, SPACE AND PLACE. WE EXPLORE THE DIASPORIC SPECTRUM OF BLACKNESS WHILE ACTIVELY REDEFINING THE MODERN MULTICULTURAL EXPERIENCE. WE ARE THE OTHER BLACK EXPERIENCE WITH GLOBAL REACH, DELIVERING LOCAL IMPACT WHILE CELEBRATING ARTISTRY, FREEDOM AND COMMUNITY.
BLKTOPIA IS OUR MANIFESTATION OF AN INCLUSIVE AND INTENTIONAL TOMORROW CENTERED AROUND A BLACK PERSPECTIVE. AN EMBODIMENT OF OUR COLLECTIVE ‘FUTURE OF’ AND OUR UNAPOLOGETIC ‘FREEDOM TO’
About BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn!
This event is part of BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn!, New York City’s longest-running, free, outdoor performing arts festival, held ever year at Lena Horne Bandshell in Prospect Park.
The Lena Horne Bandshell at Prospect Park is home to BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn!, New York’s longest-running, free outdoor performing arts festival. Named to honor the legendary singer, actress, dancer, and Brooklyn native Lena Horne, the Bandshell is transformed into a venue every summer that can accommodate over 8,000 people.
BRIC is committed to welcoming people of all abilities
The facility is completely wheelchair accessible. If you require special seating arrangements, please ask any staff member to speak with the house manager on the day of the performance when you reach the gate, and we will happily accommodate you. If you have any other questions about accessibility, please contact [email protected].
